Job Details
Position Type:
Food Service/Food Service I
Date Posted:
5/15/2024
Location:
Buffalo High School
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JOB GOALS/OBJECTIVES: This is entry-level work involving the preparation, cooking, and service of food in a facility kitchen; works under minimal supervision.
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PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Prepares one or several parts of a major meal such as an entree, vegetable, salad, dressing or dessert
* Assists in the preparation of meals by measuring ingredients, mixing, boiling, frying, monitoring cooking temperatures, etc.
* Prepares breakfasts on an independent basis by cooking eggs and meat, and preparing cereals, milk, juices, and similar items
* Assists in the service of food
* Maintains standards of safety and sanitation in the kitchen by supervising and participating in the cleaning of utensils, equipment, and work areas
* Provides assistance to aides, substitutes, and/or other helpers in the preparation and serving of foods, and the cleaning of utensils and work areas
* Receives direction from higher-level food service workers who provide specific instruction and review;
* Substitutes for Food Service Worker II in vacation and/or emergency situations
* Perform all work in a safe, efficient and effective manner, determine safety and hazards, recommend corrections;
* Provides a fun, enjoyable and positive nutritional experience for students
* Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned by administration
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
* Introductory knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale, and the use and care of utensils and equipment
* Introductory knowledge of food values and nutrition
* Introductory knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
* Ability to cook large quantities
* Ability to read and follow recipes
* Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
* Ability to maintain standards of safety and sanitation
* Ability to work with aides, substitutes, and/or other helpers in the preparation of food
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, students, and others
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Ability to work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperature
* Ability to lift 35 pounds from floor to countertop and countertop to floor
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
* Non-Smoking environment
* The noise of equipment operation
* High temperatures
* Lifting, bending, pushing, and moving heavy objects
* Standing for extended periods of time
* Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment
* Exposure to custodial related chemicals
* Exposure to working around and with machinery having moving parts